Job Description

Job Details
Closing Date 2024/04/28
Reference Number SHO240418-5
Job Title Sales Representative
Job Type Permanent
Location - Country South Africa
Location - Province Western Cape
Location - Town or City Cape Town
Purpose of the JobDeveloping and maintaining business relationships with current and prospective customers in the assigned geographical area to generate new business for the organization's products. Concentrate sales efforts by researching existing and potential dealer volumes. Conducts phone calls, in-person visits, and presentations to current and prospective customers.Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation. A place where everyone matters and feels included.Job Advert Details
Job Category Sales
Job ObjectivesSales and Marketing

• Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current and prospective customers.
• Focus sales efforts by studying existing and potential volumes of dealers.
• Research and analyse sources for developing prospective customers
• Plan and organise sales strategy by maximizing the return on time investment for the geographical area.
• Identify advantages and compare organisations products and services.
• Keep abreast of product application, market conditions, competitive advertising and promotional trends.
• New business development

Customer Service

• Contact current and potential clients by phone, in person, and through presentations.
• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints.

Deadlines

• Meet monthly and annual sales and new business targets through the successful implementation of sales strategies and tactic.

QualificationsEssential

• Senior Certificate

Desirable

• Certificate/Diploma in Sales and Marketing

ExperienceEssentialUp to 5 years experience within a Sales Representative role, preferably in the Food services industry.Desirable

• Certificate/Diploma in Sales and Marketing

Knowledge and Skills

• Solid familiarity with the products offered by the food industry.
• Strong negotiation and consultative sales skills.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Deadline driven.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound knowledge of marketing principles and techniques.

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